February weather forecast
Madison, WI

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The State Capitol building in Madison, Wisconsin, on a beautiful spring evening
The State Capitol building in Madison, Wisconsin, on a beautiful spring evening

Weather in February

Despite the slight rise in temperature by a few degrees in February, the Wisconsin capital still experiences a typical winter climate. The chill in the air is palpable as snow continues to be a prominent feature of this month's weather. The high relative humidity persists, contributing to the frosty mornings. With the daylight hours starting to stretch, residents get a peek of the sun's rays more frequently compared to January. The snow-clad city continues to turn into a haven for winter sports enthusiasts.

Temperature

February's commencement is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C), diverging marginally from January's 23.9°F (-4.5°C). In Madison, February is marked by an average low-temperature of 14.7°F (-9.6°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and February, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

In Madison, during February, the rain falls for 1.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation. In Madison, during the entire year, the rain falls for 50.2 days and collects up to 4.76" (121mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 10h and 33min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in February in Madison is 3.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during February translates into these guidelines:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is February?

In February, in Madison, the average high-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 14.7°F (-9.6°C).

What is the most humid month?

January and February, with an average relative humidity of 88%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in February?

In February, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How much does it rain in Madison in February?

In Madison, in February, it is raining for 1.3 days, with typically 0.28" (7mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

February is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.8 days and accumulates 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in February?

In Madison, during February, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in February?

In February, the average day length is 10h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in February?

In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in Madison, sunrise is at 6:33 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Madison have in February?

The average sunshine duration in February is 3.5h.

How high is the UV index in February?

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in February
Madison, WI

Average temperature in February - Madison, WI
  • Average high temperature in February: 27.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (78.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in February: 14.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.8°F).

Average pressure in February
Madison, WI

Average pressure in February - Madison, WI
  • Average pressure in February: 30.11"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in February
Madison, WI

Average wind speed in February - Madison, WI
  • Average wind speed in February: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in February
Madison, WI

Average humidity in February - Madison, WI
  • Average humidity in February: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and October (77%).

Average rainfall in February
Madison, WI

Average rainfall in February - Madison, WI
  • Average rainfall in February: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.63").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March, November and December (0.24").

Average rainfall days in February
Madison, WI

Average rainfall days in February - Madison, WI
  • Average rainfall days in February: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (6.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.1 days).

Average snowfall in February
Madison, WI

Average snowfall in February - Madison, WI
  • Average snowfall in February: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in February
Madison, WI

Average snowfall days in February - Madison, WI
  • Average snowfall days in February: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Madison, WI

Average daylight in February / Average sunshine in February - Madison, WI
  • Average daylight in February: 10h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in February: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in February
Madison, WI

Average sunshine days in February - Madison, WI
  • Average sunshine days in February: 24.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (27 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (19.8 days).

Average UV index in February
Madison, WI

Average UV index in February - Madison, WI
  • Average UV index in February: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in February
Madison, WI

Average cloud cover in February - Madison, WI
  • Average cloud cover in February: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in February
Madison, WI

Average visibility in February - Madison, WI
  • Average visibility in February: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July, August and September (5mi).

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